The H. H. J. Nesbitt Biology Building (formerly the Environmental Laboratories Biology Annex (ELBA) is made up of climate-controlled greenhouses that contain one of the finest collections of plants for teaching and scientific study in Canada. The Nesbitt Building is state of the art with open architecture to foster collaborative work and invite interaction between scholars.
Design features such as open laboratories, lounges used by both students and faculty, and faculty offices clustered in a central area, promote an atmosphere of shared learning. This manifests itself in close faculty-student research collaborations, as well as friendships.
Accessibility Guide
Parking
3 accessible visitor parking spaces in P10. 7 accessible visitor parking spaces on University Drive near the Carleton Technology and Training Centre. For information on accessible permit parking, visit Parking Services.
Exterior Entrances
Accessible main entrance near University Drive leads to level 2.
Exterior Areas
Picnic area to the south of building is easily accessible from the walkway that runs long University Drive.
Interior Entrances
Tunnel entrance leads to level 1 (basement).
Elevators
1 elevator serves all levels. It features tactile and braille buttons, and an audible announcement system (beeps).
Washrooms
Accessible stalls in multi-stall washrooms on level 2 (door openers). Partially-accessible* universal washrooms on level 3 (*no door openers, and doors are self-closing).
Telephones
There are no public telephones.
Classrooms
There are no general pool classrooms in this building.
Study Areas
Small, pleasant lounge/study area at front entrance accessible from Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Food/Beverages
Free standing tables and chairs near main entrance for lounging or studying. Two display greenhouses on Main level, both are accessible. Smaller greenhouse has one narrow pathway near the back, but is navigable. Both greenhouses have some tight turns, but are accessible.
Dining Services
Please visit the Dining Services website to view all campus dining locations.
Printing
For the nearest public printing location, visit CU on the Go.
Existing Obstacles
No significant barriers.
Remarks/Hints
For individuals with mobility impairments, greenhouses may be easier to navigate in a manual wheelchair, but electric wheelchairs can access both greenhouses.